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Donald "Don" Franklin Smith

Donald "Don" Franklin Smith

Jun 20, 2026

Donald Franklin "Don" Smith, born September 15, 1947, in Chester County, TN, was the beloved son of the late Manuel and Elvie Evelyn Porter Smith. Don passed away on June 20, 2026, in Jackson, Tennessee, at the age of 78.

Don's life was marked by his dedication and skills as a carpenter, a career he cherished for over 20 years, leaving...

Cecile Warren

Cecile Warren

Jul 21, 2026

Mrs. Cecile Warren, age 88 of Medon, passed away on July 21, 2026. Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 23 at Shackelford’s in Bolivar from 6:00pm – 9:00pm, and on Friday, July 24 at Shandy Baptist Church from 12pm – 2pm with funeral services to follow at 2pm. Burial will be at the Shandy Baptist Church Cemetery.

Mrs. Warren worked...

Bennie David Miller

Bennie David Miller

Jul 20, 2026

Bennie David Miller was born on November 12, 1947, in Leapwood, Tennessee, the son of the late Leonard Charles and Mollie Jane Ganus Miller.

Ben grew up right here in Crump where he, his mother Mollie, brother Jim and sister Martha lived close to Mollie’s brother Hoss Ganus’ family. Both Ben and Jim had a special bond with those Ganus relatives...

Amy Sargent Crafton

Amy Sargent Crafton

Jul 20, 2026

Amy Dell Sargent Crafton, 74, of Somerville, Tennessee, passed away peacefully at her home on July 20, 2026, surrounded by her family, after battling cancer. Born March 19, 1952, to Howard and Myrtle Sargent, and raised in Haywood County, Amy lived a life defined by quiet, unwavering faith, resilient love, and tireless service to others.

For 32 years she was the...

Ronnie Mathis

Ronnie Mathis

Jul 20, 2026

Ronnie Eugene Mathis passed away peacefully at his home on July 20,2026 surrounded by the love of his family. A celebration of life will be on Wednesday, July 22 at 1:00 at Shackleford Funeral Home in Middleton, Tennessee with burial to follow at the Mathis Cemetery in Pocohontas, TN. Visitation for family will be from 11-11:30, regular visitation 11:30-1:00 on...

Myrl Talley

Myrl Talley

Jul 19, 2026

Myrl Talley was born on August 2, 1930, the daughter of the late Joe and Icie Henderson Elkins.

She was united in marriage to W.A. Talley, who preceded his wife in death on November 23, 1998.

Mrs. Talley worked as an inspector for Savannah Manufacturing. She enjoyed watching basketball and listening to gospel music. She also enjoyed attending church and was a...

Albert "Fat boy" Strickland

Albert "Fat boy" Strickland

Jul 19, 2026

ALBERT “FAT BOY” STRICKLAND

Henderson, TN: Albert Strickland, age 67, passed away at his home on July 19, 2026, surrounded by his family.

He was born in Ansted, West Virginia on December 21, 1958, son of the late Orval Oral and Bertha Esta Neff Strickland.

Albert was a man who loved wood and spent over half his life being a carpenter. If you...

Crystal Dale Arcond

Crystal Dale Arcond

Jul 18, 2026

Crystal Dale Arcond, a woman of deep compassion, vibrant spirit, and limitless generosity, passed away on July 18, 2026, at the age of 49. Born in Lexington, Tennessee, on February 24, 1977, she was the beloved daughter of the late Dale Anthony Hill and Deborah Jean Melton.

Crystal’s defining trait was her innate desire to take care of people, always putting...

Pat McGuire

Pat McGuire

Jul 18, 2026

Pat McGuire, born on April 6, 1948, in Aflex, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2026, in Bolivar, Tennessee. Pat was a devoted brother, uncle, and friend who dedicated his life to service, hard work, and his loved ones.

A proud son of John Henry McGuire and Violet Madell Reed McGuire, Pat grew up in a close-knit family that valued...

Larry Anderson

Larry Anderson

Jul 18, 2026

Robert Larry Anderson, affectionally known as Larry, peacefully left this world on July 18, 2026. He was 83 years old.

Larry was born to Duncan and Bera Anderson on November 28, 1942. He spent his childhood in Enville, TN and graduated from Adamsville High School. Larry attended West Tennessee Business College in Jackson where he earned a business degree. With his...

Lori Lou Foreman

Lori Lou Foreman

Jul 17, 2026

Lori Foreman, age 64, of Milledgeville, Tennessee, departed this life on Friday, July 17, 2026, at her home surrounded by the memories of a life devoted to her family.

She was born in Mt. Olive, Mississippi, to the late Milford E'Dell Barnes and Lola Mae Barnett.

Lori leaves behind a loving family who will forever cherish her memory, including her three children:...

Faye Swafford

Faye Swafford

Jul 17, 2026

FAYE SWAFFORD

Reagan, TN: Fayrene Swafford, age 80, passed away on Friday, July 17th, 2026, in Jackson. 

She is survived by her husband, Howard Swafford of Reagan; 2 daughters, Gena Johnson (Rodney) of Reagan, TN; Donna Cooper of Jackson, TN; 2 brothers, Jerry Stone (Brenda) of Reagan, and Billy Stone (Janice) of Reagan; Nieces; Tammy Stone Williams (Sam) of Reagan, TN, Diane...

Henry Frost

Henry Frost

Jul 17, 2026

Henry Frost, of Hardeman County, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2026, in Jackson, Tennessee, at the age of 81. Born on December 14, 1944, in Hardeman County, Henry lived his entire life in the community he cherished.

A 1963 graduate of Bolivar Central High School, Henry spent his formative years working diligently on the family farm. His love for...

Carolmae Wehrstein

Carolmae Wehrstein

Jul 16, 2026

Carolmae Wehrstein was born on May 30, 1944 in Melrose Park, Illinois, the daughter of the late Harry and Clara Bloom Pockrandt.

On June 30, 1963, she was united in marriage to Roger Wehrstein, who survives.

Mrs. Wehrstein retired from Maywood-Proviso State Bank where she worked as an IRA Specialist. She resided in Bellwood, Illinois until 2001 when she retired to Pickwick,...

Don Busby

Don Busby

Jul 16, 2026

DON BUSBY

Henderson, TN: William Donald Busby, age 84, passed away July 16, 2026, at his home.

He was born September 29, 1941, in Henderson, the son of the late William Ward and Frances Marie Brewer Busby. He lived his entire life in the Sweetlips Community of Chester County.

Growing up he liked to hunt and fish, he farmed and worked in hay...

Linda Diane "Jones" Hogan

Linda Diane "Jones" Hogan

Jul 15, 2026

Linda Diane Jones Hogan was born on June 29, 1947, in Corinth, Mississippi, the daughter of the late W.M. and Hazel Andrews Jones.

She was united in marriage to Dennis Hogan on June 18, 1971, and together they shared more than 55 years of love and devotion.

Linda worked as a billing clerk for ITT for over 20 years, where she was...

Kathy G. Raynor

Kathy G. Raynor

Jul 14, 2026

Kathy G. Raynor was born on October 22, 1955 in Ridgely, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Curly and Robbie McDonald Hayes.

Kathy enjoyed going to church and was a faithful member of Cedar Grove Pentecostal in Sardis, Tennessee, as well as First Pentecostal in Clifton, Tennessee. She was a highly talented seamstress and could sew anything. She also enjoyed working...

Jennifer Harrison Schaming

Jennifer Harrison Schaming

Jul 14, 2026

Jennifer Harrison Schaming was born on May 24, 1958, in Greeneville, Tennessee, the daughter of the late Roy and Lucille Harrison.

On March 5, 1988, she was united in marriage to Ronald F. Schaming Jr., who survives. They raised their son Ronald Harrison Schaming in Adamsville, Tennessee.

An accountant, she retired from Procter & Gamble in Jackson, Tennessee, and continued to work...

Ann Bell

Ann Bell

Jul 14, 2026

Patricia Ann Bell passed away Tuesday, July 14 at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital at the age of 71.

Born August 6, 1954, in Henderson, Tennessee, Ann lived a life full of love, kindness, and unwavering commitment to her family. She was a devoted wife, mom, grandmother, and church member committed to making the world better for those around her.

Affectionately known as...

Brenda Crowell

Brenda Crowell

Jul 14, 2026

*PRIVATE FAMILY ONLY GRAVESIDE SERIVCES*

Mrs. Brenda Joyce Crowell, age 81 of Toone, passed away on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 in Jackson, TN. Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 23 begining at 9 am.

Mrs. Crowell enjoyed shopping, and was a psychiatric techinicain at Western State fro 30+ years. She was baptist in faith.

She is survived by her sons, Gene Crowll...

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